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AO08 DOA

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

73,432 mi
Last recorded73,432 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 DOA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 73,432 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 66,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 61,263 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 57,082 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Feb 2022 57,082 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Feb 2021 54,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 50,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 40,953 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 40,124 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 39,501 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 38,857 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 38,116 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 37,373 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 36,295 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 30,345 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 24,535 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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AO08 DOA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 63,213 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO08 DOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO08 DOA registered?

AO08 DOA is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 DOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 DOA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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